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Support Groups
Anxiety Support Groups
Facilitated by Sydnee Feuerhelm (she/her), MSW, LMSW
Anxiety support groups will be held on First Fridays at 1pm, via zoom
Understanding My Anxiety: Gain understanding about anxiety and how it functions in your brain and body. (September 8th)
Grounding Techniques: Learn coping skills that will help decrease your anxiety and panic symptoms. (October 6th)
Social Anxiety: Gain knowledge about social anxiety, common experiences and what you can do to help. (November 3rd)
Test Anxiety: Get prepared for finals and learn about test anxiety, common experiences and what you can do to manage distress. (December 1st)
Link to attend: https://drake-edu.zoom.us/j/83072486372
Contact sydnee.feuerhelm@drake.edu with any questions.
The Mindful Student
Facilitated by Tyler Jacobs-Lewis (he/him), MS, tLMHC
Learn about the practice of mindfulness and how it can be a beneficial practice to compliment your busy student life.
When and Location: Drake Pomerantz Conference Room, First Sundays of the Month
- September 10th: 3:30-4:30
- October 1st: 3:30-4:30pm
- November 5th: 3:30-4:30
- December 3rd: 3:30-4:30
Contact Tyler.lewis@drake.edu with any questions.
OCD Support Group
Facilitated by Madeleine Army (she/her), LMSW
Join us for a safe space to learn coping strategies for OCD symptoms
September 19th, October 24th, and November 14th
Time and Location: 6:30-7:30pm, Olmsted CR 312
Contact madeleine.army@drake.edu with any questions.
BIPOC Women (+) Support Group
Facilitated by Kayla Bell-Consolver (she/her), LMHC
This 3 part counseling support group is focused on cultivating a space of connection, healing, and belonging. All BIPOC students that self-identify as or have been socialized as women are encouraged to attend!
Oct. 18, Nov. 15., and Dec. 6th
6-7pm, Olmsted: Drake Room
Contact kayla.bell@drake.edu with any questions.
Bulldog Recovery Group
Group for students to learn ways to cope with alcohol and substance use.
Tuesdays (starting Oct. 24)
6-7pm, Drake Room
Contact heather.watson@drake.edu with any questions.
Monthly Pet Therapy
Therapy dogs can help improve calmness, mood, and overall wellness, especially when experiencing stressed. Many students feel disconnected from their pets when returning to campus or separating from them in any capacity, We encourage you to join the Drake Counseling Center and Dog Trainer Elite to connect with available therapy dogs EVERY TWO WEEKS!
When: Every 1st and 3rd Sunday
Time/Location: 2-3pm, Olmsted CR310-311
Programs and Events
Sleep Hygiene Workshop
Do you struggle with sleeping too much, or too little? Trouble falling asleep or staying asleep? Or simply unsure of ways to improve your sleep? Join this workshop to learn about the common sleep concerns and how YOU can begin to improve your sleep.
November 9th, 4pm: Drake Room (Upper Olmsted)
Register Here
QPR: Question Persuade Refer Training
Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help.
November 28, 2pm: Olmsted, CR 311
Register Here
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